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Job Title: Lead Civil Engineer Location: Plymouth - Hybrid - c.2 days per week on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established engineering services consultancy in Plymouth, require an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to join their team click apply for full job details

Mechanical Engineering Team Lead Location: Wimbledon / Kingston on Thames locality Salary: 75,000 - 85,000 Base Salary + Benefits Security Clearance: SC (or eligible) Nationality Requirement: UK Nationals only The Opportunity This is more than just a leadership role - it's an opportunity to shape the future of advanced engineering programmes that support critical UK and international capabilities. As a Mechanical Engineering Lead , you will take ownership of a high-performing team, driving excellence across the full engineering lifecycle - from early concept through to development, qualification, production, and in-service support. You will play a key role in developing engineering capability, ensuring best practice, and delivering robust, high-quality mechanical solutions in a highly regulated and technically demanding environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and line manage a team of up to 10 mechanical engineers, supporting performance, development and well-being Oversee engineering outputs including designs, analysis, technical documentation and compliance reviews Drive delivery of complex engineering activities such as development programmes, failure investigations and root cause analysis Ensure projects are delivered to quality, cost and schedule targets Manage resource planning, including recruitment, workload balancing and outsourcing decisions Develop team capability through competency frameworks, training plans and career development initiatives Promote continuous improvement across processes, tools, design practices and engineering standards Contribute to wider strategic engineering initiatives and business objectives What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline (or equivalent experience) Proven experience developing mechanical or electro-mechanical systems within defence, maritime or aerospace environments Strong CAD experience Solid understanding of mechanical design, design for manufacture, and analysis techniques (including hand calculations and FEA) Experience leading technical teams through full product development lifecycles Ability to review and approve engineering designs, drawings and stress analyses Experience conducting structured root cause analysis and troubleshooting Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills Desirable Chartered Engineer status Experience with CREO, Windchill or similar CAD/PLM systems Knowledge of material properties and treatments, particularly aluminium and steel Awareness of REACH and RoHS standards Experience using FEA, CFD and understanding of manufacturing processes Why Apply? Lead impactful engineering work supporting critical national capability Shape and grow a talented engineering team Work on complex, technically challenging projects Competitive salary and benefits package Clear pathway into senior leadership Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Senior Product Safety Engineer Location: Coventry (Hybrid working 3 days per week on site) Salary: Up to circa £52,000 + benefits The Role We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation delivering complex, safety-critical engineering programmes within a highly regulated environment click apply for full job details

Principal Product Safety Engineer Coventry (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) £55,000 - £60,000 + excellent benefits The Opportunity We're supporting a major UK engineering programme within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. This is an opportunity to join a growing multidisciplinary team working on complex systems that require rigorous safety assurance across the full engineering lifecycle click apply for full job details

Job Title: Principal FEA Engineer Location: Barrow in Furness - On-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + benefits Our client, an established defence engineering firm, require an experienced Principal FEA Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Barrow in Furness. Working on cutting-edge marine systems, this role offers hands-on experience with high-performance computing (HPC) systems and advanced CFD tools. Support with relocation costs can be discussed and included in an offer package, subject to HR approval. What you'll be doing as Principal FEA Engineer: You'll lead the development of the Stealth Engineering FEA capability. You'll Perform detailed FEA simulations to assess structural behaviour and its effect on stealth-related performance. You'll analyse structure-borne vibration and fluid-borne noise characteristics across components and systems. You'll prepare clear technical reports and presenting findings to design teams and stakeholders. You will be collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that stealth, structural, and safety requirements are fully met. You'll assist in model validation, correlation with physical tests, and refinement of analysis techniques. What experience you need to be the successful Principal FEA Engineer: A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline Experience with FEA software (such as ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL, or similar). Strong understanding of structural mechanics and finite element principles. Ability to interpret results and communicate complex findings in a clear, concise way. A methodical approach and attention to detail. Familiarity with dynamic, thermal, or coupled analyses. Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal FEA Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Job Title: CFD Engineer Location: Barrow in Furness - On-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: 42,000 - 50,000 + benefits Our client, an established defence engineering firm, require an experienced CFD Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Barrow in Furness. Working on cutting-edge marine systems, this role offers hands-on experience with high-performance computing (HPC) systems and advanced CFD tools. Support with relocation costs can be discussed and included in an offer package, subject to HR approval. What the role of the CFD Engineer entails: Support the Principal Engineer - Numerical Modelling with the development of the Stealth Engineering CFD capability Running and interpreting CFD simulations to assess fluid dynamics and their impact on acoustic and non-acoustic signatures Supporting concept development, design iterations, and verification activities using commercial CFD tools Preparing technical reports and presenting findings to internal teams and stakeholders Working closely with engineers from other disciplines to integrate CFD insights into whole-platform solutions Assisting in the development of testing strategies and experimental validation where appropriate What experience you need to be the successful CFD Engineer: Degree in a STEM discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, or Mathematics Experience using CFD software (such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM) Strong understanding of fluid mechanics The ability to interpret and communicate multi-layered data clearly A self-motivated approach Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a CFD to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Assistant Technical Services Manager (Mechanical) Location - West Midlands Salary - £42,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus & Excellent benefits Hours - Mon - Fri 7.30 AM - 4.00 PM Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Technical Services Manager (Mechanical) to join a leading facilities management team on a large critical healthcare site in the Midlands click apply for full job details

Title: Planning Manager Location: Leeds Salary : up to 95,000 + car allowance + bonus + package A leading UK main contractor is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join the team on a landmark 250m infrastructure project based in Leeds. This is a pivotal role on a high-profile scheme that will play a significant part in the region's long-term development and infrastructure capability. Working closely with the Project Director and senior leadership team, you will take full ownership of the construction programme, ensuring robust planning, accurate reporting, and clear communication across the project lifecycle. As Planning Manager, you will be fully accountable for developing, managing and controlling the master construction programme using Primavera P6. From pre-construction through to delivery, you will ensure the programme reflects the agreed methodology, key milestones, phasing strategy and contractual obligations. The successful candidate will play a central role in communicating the programme to the wider site team, ensuring that operational staff clearly understand sequencing, key interfaces, and short- to medium-term priorities. In addition, you will ensure full compliance with NEC contractual requirements, supporting change management, compensation events and programme submissions in line with contractual timescales. Candidate A strong background working for UK main contractors Proven experience delivering major infrastructure projects ( 100m+ preferred) Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 Experience managing and communicating complex construction programmes The ability to influence and engage site teams and senior stakeholders Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills Offer Starting salary up to 95,000 + package Annual car allowance of 8,000 or choice of company car Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical Annual bonus 10% 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible benefits scheme and other great benefits. If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you are interested in the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) quoting refence 72590. INDALL Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Nuclear Security Consultant / Senior Consultant Location: Options UK wide with hybrid working available from Bristol, Warrington, Surrey, Plymouth or Glasgow. Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus and lengthy benefits package (see below) UK Citizenship required to satisfy security clearance requirments click apply for full job details

Job Title: FPGA Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent, UK Role Type: Permanent Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 + Benefits Our client, an established electronics engineering firm, require an experienced FPGA Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Rochester click apply for full job details

Mobile Water Treatment Engineer - Tier 1 £28,500 + Company Van and Fuel Card Mobile covering - Reading down to Hampshire, into London and the South East Brief Mobile Water Treatment Engineer needed for a large well known Facilities Management organisation click apply for full job details

Job Title: Defence Systems Solution Architect Location: Christchurch, Dorset - Hybrid Role Type: Permanent Salary: 65,000 - 77,000 + 10% bonus Our client, an established defence & security firm, require an experienced Defence Systems Solution Architect to join their multi-disciplined team in Christchurch. As a technical expert you will collaborate on the latest challenges facing our UK military and international customers, brought together to influence requirements and propose new solutions in a growing and stimulating business. Within a world of evolving threats and where technology moves at pace, this role as a Solution Architect for Defence Systems offers motivated candidates with the equivalent diversity to be creative and innovative, offering the opportunity to work at the cutting-edge of technology and helping to keep us safe. What the role of the Defence Systems Solution Architect entails: Designing overall military digital defence solutions that meet our customer and end-user needs Collaboration with bidding, sales and 3rd parties to propose solutions that are innovative, competitive, achievable and value for money Documenting high and low-level designs that align with customer requirements Writing compelling technical proposals to support bids and pre-sales Presenting solutions and ability to influence customer strategies and requirements Horizon scanning of current and emerging technologies trends and innovations What experience you need to be the successful Defence Systems Solution Architect: You will have solid proven experience across defence domains for UK MoD and NATO programmes that may be specific to Land, Naval or Air You will have experience working and delivering UK MoD, NATO or wider international defence projects, applying technology effectively to solve complex technical problems while delivering solutions on time and within budget, with familiarity with relevant UK MoD and/or NATO standards You will bring strong technical depth across digital technologies and integration strategies for military platforms, with a natural ability to analyse problems, research solutions, and make timely, well reasoned technical decisions You will demonstrate commercial awareness and sound business acumen, enabling you to design and deliver solutions that are both operationally effective and value for money Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Defence Systems Solution Architect to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Analyst, Real Estate Debt Advisory, London Salary, Package, Bonus Competitive & Negotiable We are currently working with an established real estate advisory firm in London who are actively looking to grow their real estate debt offering with the recruitment of an Analyst level hire. We are specifically looking to engage and speak with Analyst's in the London market who have experience of working in the real estate sector, with a preference to those with exposure to modelling real estate debt. As an Analyst your remit will be to take a key role working alongside more senior team members who are leading on origination and execution. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Analyst with a strong analytical preference, confident with Excel, and looking to continue learning and developing their skills whilst working within a boutique debt firm who have a fantastic reputation and name in the industry and are able to offer a great working set up and career direction. Please click on the Apply Button if you are an Analyst in the Real Estate space and considering the prospect of a move. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Associate, Real Estate Debt Advisory, London Salary, Package, Bonus Competitive & Negotiable We are currently working with an established real estate advisory firm in London who are actively looking to grow their real estate debt offering with the recruitment of an Associate level hire. We are specifically looking to engage and speak with Associates in the London market who have experience of working on deals and building long term client relations across the real estate sector. As an Associate your remit will be to take a key role working alongside more senior team members who are leading on origination and execution. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate with a strong financial modelling grounding (Excel) who is looking to work for a boutique debt firm with a fantastic reputation and name in the industry and who offer a great working set up and will fully support your views, direction, and input. Please click on the Apply Button if you are an Associate in the Real Estate debt space and considering the prospect of a move. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Director, Real Estate Debt Advisory, London Salary, Package, Bonus Competitive & Negotiable We are currently working with an established real estate advisory firm in London who are actively looking to grow their real estate debt offering with the recruitment of a Director level hire. We are specifically looking to engage and speak with Directors in the London market who have experience of originating deals and forging lasting client relations across the real estate sector. As a Director your remit will be to take a leading role on the overall origination and execution of your desk covering any jurisdictions and asset class. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior level hire who is looking to work for a boutique debt firm with a fantastic reputation and name in the industry and who offer a great working set up and will fully support your views, direction, and input. Please click on the Apply Button if you are a Director in the Real Estate debt space and considering the prospect of a move. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Human Factors Consultant What's in It for You? Competitive salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Comprehensive benefits package Flexible working with early finish on Fridays Hybrid model: 3 days on-site in Bristol (10min walk from Temple Meads) Clear career progression and promotion opportunities Exposure to meaningful, real-world healthcare innovation projects Supportive, forward-thinking team culture The Opportunit click apply for full job details

Senior Human Factors Consultant Bristol, UK (3 days on-site) 10 min walk from Temple Meads £55,000 - £70,000 + Benefits Flexible working hours with option of an early finish on Fridays Summary of the position available: We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Human Factors Consultant to join a growing privately owned consultancy specializing in Human Factors and Usability within the exciting click apply for full job details

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils (Gatwick Airport) Location : Gatwick Airport, Sussex Salary : 65,000- 85,000 + package I'm recruiting on behalf of a major, well-regarded cost and project management consultancy who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team at Gatwick Airport in Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the client and multiple stakeholders on one of the UK's most complex and high-profile aviation environments. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be working on a wide range of civils packages across the airfield including runway and taxiway related works and multiple structures. Candidates with airfield, highways, or major civils backgrounds will be at a strong advantage. The Role Providing commercial management across civils and airfield packages Manage NEC contracts to a high standard - Excellent working knowledge and confidence in applying NEC principles is essential Support cost control, change management, forecasting, and contract administration Engage with project teams, contractors, and key stakeholders in a live operational environment Requirements Solid experience as a Civils Quantity Surveyor, ideally with airfield or highways experience Strong, hands-on understanding of NEC contracts Background within major infrastructure, aviation, highways, or civils programmes Ability to work autonomously while representing a leading consultancy in a client-facing setting Comfortable working in a high-security, live airport environment What's on Offer The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be offered a position that includes excellent career progression, the opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects within the complex yet exciting aviation sector. The opportunity also includes a competitive salary & package that includes: Starting salary of 65,000- 85,000 Car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private pension contributions Private healthcare Paid professional fees If you're a Quantity Surveyor with experience of working in the aviation or wider civil engineering or infrastructure sectors and you'd like to be considered for this opportunity, please contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group on (phone number removed). Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Quantity Surveyor - Water Infrastructure (South West Water Framework) Location : Taunton, Somerset Salary : 46,000 - 55,000 + 5,000 Travel Allowance + Benefits South West Water's long-term infrastructure framework is delivering a 5 year programme of upgrades across Somerset - and the contractor running it is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take commercial ownership of a varied portfolio of projects along the M5 corridor. This is a genuinely stable opportunity. The framework is secured, the pipeline of work is confirmed, and the business has an established team already delivering work across the region. As a key member of my clients commercial team, the Quantity Surveyor will be working across pipework installation, bulk earthworks, civils upgrades, and tank and processing equipment replacement - with the added responsibility of supporting and mentoring a Graduate QS. The Quantity Surveyor will manage the full commercial lifecycle across multiple concurrent projects, from tender through to final account, with a strong focus on NEC contract administration and proactive commercial management. Key responsibilities include: End-to-end commercial management of infrastructure projects NEC contract administration, including change control and compensation event management Cost forecasting, budget control and commercial reporting Procurement and subcontractor management Collaborating closely with operational teams to maximise commercial performance Mentoring and supporting a Graduate QS through day-to-day commercial activity About You Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities or civils Solid working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively alongside operational and client-facing teams Commercially sharp, self-sufficient, and collaborative by nature Package The successful Quantity Surveyor can expect a rewarding package that includes: Starting salary of 46,000 to 55,000 5,000 car allowance 25 days leave + bank holidays Private pension contributions Private healthcare If you're a Quantity Surveyor based in the South West and keen on securing a new opportunity with excellent career progression and exposure to an exciting, varied list of projects, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Nuclear Security Consultant / Senior Consultant Location: Options UK wide with hybrid working available from Bristol, Warrington, Surrey, Plymouth or Glasgow. Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Bonus and lengthy benefits package (see below) UK Citizenship required to satisfy security clearance requirments. We have a new vacancy open for a Nuclear Security Consultant to play a key role in delivering high-impact protective security projects within the UK nuclear sector. This is an opportunity to work on complex, safety-critical programmes, supporting clients across this highly regulated environment. You will lead and contribute to a wide range of nuclear security activities, from project delivery and risk assessment to supporting business growth and winning new work. About You You will be a nuclear security professional with a strong track record of delivering security solutions in a regulated environment. Essential: Experience gained in nuclear security or closely related security roles Strong experience delivering security risk assessments and solutions Experience managing or supporting security projects Relevant security or risk management qualification Desirable experience in some of the following: Application of Security Assessment Principles (SyAPs) General Design Assessment (GDA) Vital Area Identification Managing risks relating to Unacceptable Radiological Consequences Security engineering and secure-by-design principles Threat, vulnerability, and risk assessment methodologies Conducting site security surveys Developing security strategies, policies, and plans Working within highly regulated industries (e.g. nuclear, defence, critical infrastructure) Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of nuclear protective security projects to agreed scope, cost, and quality Act as Project Manager for security-related programmes Deliver a range of protective security consultancy services across the nuclear sector Represent the organisation in client meetings Contribute to bid and proposal writing for nuclear security projects Ensure all work is delivered in line with quality standards and regulatory requirements Benefits: 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy more. Flexible working Bonus scheme linked into company performance Company Contributory pension scheme Private healthcare membership Enhanced parental benefits Targeted professional development Life assurance Paid membership fees to a professional institution Support in attaining professional membership Cycle to work scheme Season rail ticket loan Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.